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acidulous

1 of 1adjective
/əˈsɪdʒələs/
Forms:more acidulous,most acidulous
1

slightly sour or acidic, not strongly so, often describing a mild tanginess

  • The acidulous taste of the lemon juice added a refreshing zest to the dish.
  • Her face scrunched up at the acidulous flavor of the overripe fruit.
  • The vinaigrette had an acidulous note that balanced the richness of the salad.
  • The wine's acidulous quality gave it a crisp and lively finish.
  • The yogurt was pleasantly acidulous, providing a nice contrast to the sweetness of the honey.